Herb or Spice
Kaffir Lime Leaves
About This Entry
Kaffir lime leaves release intense citrus-floral aroma in Thai curries and soups — their fragrant essential-oil character pairs with Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and tropical whites.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- galangal
- shrimp
At a Glance
Group
Dried Herbs
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Citrus hystrix
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Kaffir Lime Leaves
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Dried Herbs
- Scientific name
- Citrus hystrix
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent